Is the First Aid & CPR course required for scuba diving?

First Aid & CPR is a required prerequisite for the RAID Master Rescue Diver course and the RAID Divemaster course. For recreational diving (Try Scuba, Open Water, Advanced OW), First Aid & CPR is not required. However, it is strongly recommended for anyone who dives regularly, as knowing how to respond to a diving emergency or any medical situation makes you a safer and more capable diver.

How long does the First Aid & CPR certification last?

The RAID First Aid & CPR certification is valid for 24 months. After 2 years, a refresher course is recommended to keep your skills current — particularly if you plan to enrol in the Rescue Diver or Divemaster course, which require a valid First Aid & CPR certificate.

What topics are covered in the First Aid & CPR course in Andaman?

The First Aid & CPR course covers primary care (CPR for adults, AED use, clearing airway obstructions), secondary care (first aid for injuries including bleeding, burns, fractures, and shock), plus patient assessment and scene management. The entire course is hands-on using CPR mannequins, AED trainers, and real dressings and bandages. No theoretical exam — the focus is practical skill repetition.

Can I take the First Aid & CPR course without any scuba certification?

Yes. The First Aid & CPR course has no diving prerequisites. Anyone aged 15 or over can enrol with no prior first aid training or diving experience. The course is useful for anyone — divers, non-divers, parents, teachers — who wants to respond confidently to medical emergencies.

First Aid and CPR course in Havelock Island, Andaman, one day, CPR and first aid, valid 24 months

Course Code: FRG-EFR-HVL

First Aid & CPR Course in Andaman

₹10,000 per person, inclusive of GST

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Learn emergency first aid and CPR with the First Aid & CPR course in Havelock, Andaman. Essential training for divers and a prerequisite for the RAID Master Rescue Diver course. No scuba experience needed.

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About the First Aid & CPR Course

The First Aid & CPR course teaches you how to respond confidently when someone needs help — whether it's a diver on a boat, a family member at home, or a stranger in the street. In just one day, you'll learn to perform CPR, use an AED, manage serious bleeding, and handle a range of first aid scenarios with real hands-on practice.

No medical background required. No diving experience needed. It's designed for ordinary people — the focus is on what you do in the minutes before professional help arrives.

First Aid & CPR is also the mandatory first aid prerequisite for the RAID Master Rescue Diver and Divemaster certifications — making it an essential step on the path to becoming a diving professional.

Duration

1 Day (6–8 Hours)

Cert Validity

24 Months

Format

Classroom + Practical

Diving Required

No — Fully Dry

Certification

First Aid & CPR, Internationally Recognised

Location

Havelock Island, Andaman

What's Included

One fee covers everything for the day — instruction, all training equipment, and your internationally recognised First Aid & CPR digital certification card.

Included in the Price

First Aid & CPR certification & digital e-card (valid 24 months)
Hands-on instruction from a certified First Aid & CPR Instructor
CPR mannequins and all practice equipment
First Aid & CPR participant manual (digital or printed)
AED trainer unit for defibrillator practice
All dressings, bandages, and splinting materials

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing — you'll be kneeling on the floor during CPR drills
Water bottle and a light snack
Any existing first aid/CPR certifications if you want them noted

Primary Care — CPR Skills

Scene assessment — is it safe to help? What happened?
Adult CPR — chest compressions and rescue breaths to ILCOR standards
AED operation — automated external defibrillator use and pad placement
Serious bleeding management — direct pressure, wound packing
Choking response — conscious and unconscious adult
Barrier devices — gloves, face shields, infection control

Secondary Care — First Aid Skills

Injury assessment — systematic head-to-toe check of an injured person
Illness assessment — signs and symptoms, when to call emergency services
Bandaging techniques — wound care, pressure bandages
Splinting — immobilising suspected fractures
Emergency oxygen — administration basics (critical for dive emergencies)

Who Can Join?

The First Aid & CPR course has virtually no entry barriers. It is designed to be accessible to everyone — the goal is to put life-saving skills into as many hands as possible.

No Diving Required

This is a fully dry, classroom-based course. You do not need to be a diver, have any scuba experience, or even be comfortable in the water. The course is as relevant for non-divers as it is for certified divers.

Minimum Age: 15 Years

Participants must be at least 15 years old. Younger participants may join with parental approval and instructor discretion. The physical demands are light — the main requirement is the ability to follow instructions and perform CPR compressions.

No Medical Background Needed

First Aid & CPR is designed for lay rescuers — ordinary people with no medical training. The course teaches you exactly what to do in the moments before professional help arrives. No prior knowledge assumed.

Prerequisite for Rescue Diver

If you're planning to do the RAID Master Rescue Diver course, a valid First Aid & CPR certification within the past 24 months is a mandatory prerequisite. Doing First Aid & CPR the day before Rescue Diver is the most efficient path — we coordinate this seamlessly at Frogman.

Useful Beyond Diving

First Aid & CPR certification is recognised by many employers as a workplace first aid qualification. It counts towards first aid requirements in schools, gyms, hotels, and marine businesses. The skills you learn are practical for life, not just for diving.

Refresher Available

Already First Aid & CPR certified but your card expired? We offer a half-day First Aid & CPR refresher course to renew your certification. Contact us to check if a full course or a refresher is the right option for your situation.

Your Day at a Glance

The First Aid & CPR course is structured as a single full day — typically running 9am to 4pm. It alternates between short knowledge sessions and hands-on practice drills, so the day moves quickly and there's very little passive sitting.

Morning Session 1

Primary Care — CPR & Scene Management

Introduction to the First Aid & CPR philosophy — how to assess a scene safely, when to call for help, and how to use barrier protection. CPR technique: correct hand placement, compression depth and rate, rescue breaths. Practice on mannequins until comfortable. AED familiarisation and pad placement drill.

Morning Session 2

Bleeding, Choking & Serious Emergencies

Managing serious bleeding with direct pressure and wound packing. Choking response for a conscious adult. Recognition of cardiac arrest vs. unconsciousness. Emergency services call practice — what to say, what information to give, how to keep the line open while performing CPR.

Afternoon Session 1

Secondary Care — First Aid Assessment

Systematic injury and illness assessment — the head-to-toe check. Recognising and responding to common emergencies: suspected fractures, head injuries, suspected spinal injuries, shock. Bandaging and splinting techniques with hands-on practice using real dressings and splints.

Afternoon Session 2

Integrated Scenarios & Sign-Off

Combined emergency scenarios where you manage the full response — from scene assessment through CPR, AED, and first aid hand-off. Instructor evaluates your competency (pass/fail, not a graded exam). Once signed off, your First Aid & CPR digital certification is submitted and your e-card issued — valid for 24 months globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — this course has nothing to do with scuba diving. It's a dry, classroom-based first aid and CPR course that is open to everyone. Many of our First Aid & CPR students are not divers at all — they're travellers, hotel staff, water sports instructors, or locals who want practical emergency skills.

Yes — First Aid & CPR is internationally recognised and accepted by many employers as a valid workplace first aid certification. It meets ILCOR (International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation) CPR guidelines and is widely accepted across the marine, hospitality, and outdoor education industries worldwide.

There is no written exam. The instructor evaluates your practical skills during the final scenarios — it's a competency sign-off, not a graded test. The goal is to ensure you can perform the skills, not to trick you with theory questions. Almost every participant passes on the day.

First Aid & CPR certification is valid for 24 months from the date of issue. After expiry you can take a shorter First Aid & CPR refresher course (typically half a day) to renew without repeating the full course. RAID Master Rescue Diver and Divemaster applications require a valid (non-expired) First Aid & CPR card.

Yes — and this is the most popular combination at Frogman. First Aid & CPR takes one day; Rescue Diver starts the following morning. We coordinate this seamlessly so there's no gap or wasted travel days. If you're planning both, contact us to book the combination and we'll schedule it as a single block.

It may — RAID accepts equivalent first aid and CPR certifications from recognised organisations including Red Cross, St John Ambulance, and others, provided the cert is current (within 24 months). If you're unsure whether your existing cert qualifies for Rescue Diver entry, send us a photo of the card and we'll confirm.

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Ananya Singh

February 2025

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Did First Aid & CPR before my Rescue Diver course. What surprised me is how practical the whole day is — barely any classroom theory, mostly hands-on drills. I left feeling genuinely prepared, not just certified. The instructor was calm, thorough, and excellent at explaining the why behind every skill.

Mihir Desai

January 2025

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I took this as a standalone course — not a diver at all. The skills I learned in one day are things I genuinely hope I never need, but I'm so glad I have them now. The AED training alone made it worth it. Great instructor, relaxed pace, very thorough.

Rohan Kulkarni

March 2025

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Booked First Aid & CPR + Rescue Diver as a combo. First Aid & CPR on Day 1 made the Rescue Diver course make so much more sense — having the first aid foundation fresh in your head when you start the rescue scenarios is a huge advantage. Highly recommend doing them back to back at Frogman.

Lakshmi Nair

December 2024

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Came for this as a non-diver and was pleasantly surprised by how accessible and well-structured it was. No drowning in jargon, just clear and practical instruction. The mannequin CPR drills are done until you get them right, not just ticked off. Walked away genuinely confident.

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dileep chavatoday

We had a wonderful and hassle free experience with frogman. Very friendly people and had a great time
sonali kumariyesterday

Must try .. awesome experience.. supportive staff .. thnku
Shailesh D2 days ago

Our visit to Havelock (Govind nagar Beach) with Frogman for scuba diving and snorkeling was an absolutely amazing experience. Everything was organized very well by Mr. Suchit Sir, who was present throughout the entire experience and made sure we were comfortable and safe at all times.
The team was extremely professional, supportive, and friendly. Safety was clearly their top priority, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Underwater, we saw beautiful corals and a wide variety of colorful fish in the deep sea it was truly a different and unforgettable world.
I sincerely thank the entire Frogman team and everyone who supported us during the activity. I would highly recommend Frogman to anyone visiting for scuba diving or snorkeling. Keep up the great work, guys!
Thank you, Frogman 🐸🐸🐸🐸🐸!
Shraddha Rathod2 days ago

It was an amazing experience for us.All the instructors and divers were patient teachers. They took us to exact spots where we got to see many corals and fishes.🥳
Dhruvi Rathod2 days ago

It's very wonderful. They show a different world that exists under our water in Havelock with Frogman. The staff is very experienced and helpful. Great time.
Prashant Kumar3 days ago

For Professional and cool scuba experience , these guys are awesome :)
Ranjani H G Vakoda4 days ago

We took early morning slot and the view was too good. Divers Bhaskar and Neelkanta took us for scuba diving in Andaman with Frogman. It was definitely a beginner friendly diving experience. Had an amazing time.
Sreya Ann Pius4 days ago

I’ve been scuba diving three times, and this was my second dive with Frogman. Once again, it was an amazing experience! Everything was absolutely worth every penny, and I couldn’t have asked for a better diving experience. Highly recommend Frogman to anyone looking to explore the underwater world. Definitely an experience worth having!
Jyoti Sharma4 days ago

best experience
Shishupal Tayade4 days ago

Nice place for scuba diving. Instructor is very nice. Nice trained persons..My experience is very nice. I will try again to come such a nice place.
Raj Mangal4 days ago

This is such a nice place for scuba diving and other under water activities. Staffs are very comparative and very helpful.
Thanks a lot of all frogman teams.
Rahul Arya4 days ago

I highly recommend scuba diving in Havelock Island with Frogman. The trainers are well trained and handled everything well if you have any kind of fear.

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It was a great experience. Instructors were patient enough to explain everything thoroughly. The divers also made us feel comfortable underwater and kept checking on us to see if all was okay. They showed beautiful scenic views. We enjoyed it very much. Would definitely recommend to others.
  
 
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What an experience! We as a family enjoyed every bit of this activity. We did the lighthouse scuba dive. Never had the experience this close with the variety of fishes and corels. Must do while in Havelock and frogman makes scuba diving comfortable and relaxing. Founder Suchit is very professional and the instructors and divers are also very professional. They all know their responsibilities and passion. Neelkant, Ketan, Rubin and other divers were very patient and explained everything (does and don't) underwater. The team really makes u comfortable and tries to push themselves and us for an excellent experience. If time permits, will book this dive again. If not for sure next time.
  
 
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We had a wonderful experience with Frogman. We had Neelkanth and Ketan sir as our diving instructors. It was our first time trying it out. The pre-training was very clear. In the first 10 minutes open sea, I even had a panic reaction, but Neelkanth sir calmly got me to the surface and explained my mistake patiently, and we went back underwater, and it went all superbly well!
  
 
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Experience was very good and the price was Good and the instructors were very responsible and it was the best experience of my life . A 10/10 life time experience ❤️
  
 
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It would highly recommend this business to go without any hesitation. We were 3 people and each one had 1 instructor with them. We got a 5 min training before the dive and then explored the underwater world. Saw fishes and corals and safety was well taken care off.
  
 
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Amazing deep dive experience with Frogman in Havelock Island! 🌊🤿 The instructors were professional, friendly, and made me feel completely safe. The underwater views were absolutely breathtaking with beautiful corals and marine life. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Havelock! ✨

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